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MANUAL
EventPlayer
MP3/Wav/DMX
Player
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Table of contents
A - Safety instructions ............................................................................ P1
B - Product information........................................................................... P3
1 - Product presentation ......................................................................... P4
2 - Functionnalities ................................................................................. P4
3 - Installation ........................................................................................ P6
4 - Operation mode and naming of files .................................................. P9
5 - Configuration file .............................................................................. P16
6 - USB Link ........................................................................................ P21
7 - USB HOST Link .............................................................................. P21
8 - DMX Link ........................................................................................ P22
9 - Auxiliary input ................................................................................. P22
10 - Input / output contacts .................................................................. P23
11 - Ethernet Link ................................................................................. P24
12 - Serial RS232 Protocol ................................................................... P31
13 - Reset Factory ............................................................................... P34
Annex A : Binary table.......................................................................... P35
Annex B : Specifications ...................................................................... P36
Annex C : Function .............................................................................. P37
Annex D : Infrared remote control ......................................................... P38
ID-AL products are exclusively manufactured by Waves System
LA VILLE EN BOIS - 44830 BOUAYE - FRANCE
Sales and information: +33 2 40 78 22 44
E-mail : info@id-al.com
Web site: http://www.id-al.com and www.wsystem.com
Technical department : support@wsystem.com
Technical support :
For a detailed list of the technical support options, we suggest you to visit our site
www.id-al.com.
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and do not represent any commitment from
Waves System. The equipment described in this manual is supplied under condition of the terms of
license specifying the legal use conditions. This manual can’t be reproduced or used, in whole or in part,
in any form and by any mean, for other use than private, without the written permission from Waves
System.
ID-AL is a trademarks of Waves System.
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CAUTION! DO NOT EXPOSE TO HUMIDITY & DUST!
Unplug the power supply cable before any servicing
FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE USER’S GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
PLAYER.
A. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
A.1 CE marking
The CE marking is found on the nameplate, at the rear side of the device. It certifies the conformance
of the device with the low voltage CE Directive, according to the EN 55022 standard, and the
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 61000-4-x.
A.2 Directives
• The requirements related to the electromagnetic compatibility and low voltages directive are met.
A.3 Overview
• The user manual is an integral part of the product. It must always be kept handy & close by. Proper
usage conforming to the product intended purpose involves strict compliance with the instructions
given in this manual.
In the event of return of the equipment, the user manual should be handed over to the new purchaser.
The staff should receive instructions concerning the proper usage of the device.
• Only usage of genuine parts ensures perfect safety for the user and correct operation of the
device. Moreover, only accessories mentioned in the technical documentation or explicitly approved
by the manufacturer must be used. In the event of usage of accessories or consumable products
from other brands, the manufacturer cannot stand guarantee for the correct and safe operation of
the device.
• Damages caused through usage of accessories or consumable products from other brands will not
entail right to any benefit under the terms of warranty.
• The manufacturer will be liable for the safety, reliability and functioning of the product as long as the
assembly, settings, modifications, extensions and repairs have been carried out by the manufacturer
or a company approved by the manufacturer and if the device is used in accordance with the instructions mentioned in this manual.
• The player complies with the technical safety standards in force at the date of print of this manual.
All rights reserved for the electrical diagrams, procedures, names and devices mentioned herein.
• Any reproduction of the technical documentation, even partially, without the written authorization
from Waves System is prohibited.
A.4 General Safety instructions
This device has been shipped out from our facilities in perfect working condition. In order to preserve
these conditions, for safety and to avoid any risk of accidental bodily injury, the user must
imperatively follow the safety instructions and read the ‘Caution!’ messages included in this manual.
This device, made by Waves System, has been designed in a way that practically eliminates any risk if
it is used in accordance to its intended purpose. Nevertheless, with a concern for safety, we would like
to draw your attention to the following instructions:
• When using the device, comply with all local rules and regulations in force. Any modification or
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conversion of the device automatically entails loss of the homologation. The operation of a modified
device is liable to a penalty. In the interest of occupational safety, the operator and the user are held
responsible for complying with the regulations.
• Keep the original packing for a possible product re-shipment. Also ensure to keep the packing material
out of children's reach. Only this original packing ensures optimal protection for the product during
transportation. If a product reshipment appears to be necessary during the guarantee period, Waves
System is not liable for any ensuing damages arising during the transportation and attributable to a
defective packing.
• This device is used to broadcast audio files. It should be used only by persons whose training or
knowledge ensures proper handling.
• Before every use, the operator must check that the device is in perfect working condition.
• This product must not be used in places where there is a potential explosion risk. Besides, it must
neither be used in an environment favouring combustion nor in a humid or excessively hot or cold
location.
A.5 Safety instructions against risks due to electric currents
• The device must be connected to a grounded AC power outlet or a European standard outlet installed
as per good professional practices.
• Before connecting the device, check that the power supply voltage and frequency match the
specifications indicated on the device.
• Before powering, check that the device and cables are not damaged. Damaged cables and connections
must immediately be replaced.
• Never allow the power cords to come in contact with other cables. Handle the power supply cable as
well as all other cables connected to the mains with extreme care.
• Always connect the plug-in connector in the end. Ensure that the On/Off switch is in 'Off' position
before connecting the device to the mains. The mains outlet must remain accessible after the installation.
• Check the device and its power supply cable from time to time. Disconnect the device from the mains
when it is no longer used or for the purpose of maintenance.
• Handle the power cord by using the plug-in connector only. Never remove the plug-in connector by
pulling the power cord.
• Electrical connection, repairs and maintenance must be carried out by qualified personnel.
• Do not switch on or switch off the device within a short span of time as this will reduce equipment life.
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A.6 - Terms of use:
• This product has been designed for indoors use only.
• If this device has been exposed to very high temperature fluctuations (e.g.: after transportation), do not
connect it immediately. The condensation formed inside the device could damage it. Allow the device to
attain ambient temperature before connecting it.
• Do not shake the device, avoid sudden movements during its installation or handling.
• When selecting the spot for installation of the player, ensure that it is not exposed to a high source of
heat, humidity or dust. There should not be any cables lying around as they might jeopardise your &
others safety.
B. PRODUCT INFORMATION
B.1 Correct usage
The player is used to broadcast audio files automatically.
Correct usage involves compliance with the instructions given in this manual as well as with the
requirements concerning installation.
B.2 Incorrect usage
Any other usage or usage beyond the scope of this application is considered as incorrect usage. The
manufacturer shall not be liable for the damages ensuing from it. The user shall bear full responsibility for
the risks incurred.
B.3 Delivery details
EventPlayer
External power supply and its power supply cable
User's manual
B.4 Specifications
Audio Player- EventPlayer Model - AP303v2
Nominal electrical values of the power supply connection
Voltage (V) 100 to 240
Frequency (Hz) 50-60
For details see Annex B
B.5 Installation
The device must be installed in a dust free area.
Do not install the device directly against a wall. To avoid overheating, the ventilation openings
must not be blocked. Take care to leave an empty space above the ventilation slits.
B.6 Electrical connection
Before activation, check whether the mains voltage matches with the voltage indicated on the rating
plate.
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1 - Introduction
EventPlayer AP303v2 is a WAV & MP3 format audio files player providing Show Control function. The
files are stored on a SD Card or USB device, stick or hard disk. This standalone player can read files
automatically according to a broadcast schedule or upon triggering by external events.
The Show Control function consists of sending commands to the 8 output contacts, programmed values
to the DMX channels or/and instructions through the serial link in synchronisation with the audio.
EventPlayer is used in sound & light shows, event driven industry, monuments displays, audio automation
and integration projects for museums, exhibitions, retail, theme parks & tourist attractions…
2 - Features
Interactivity: EventPlayer is an interactive player.
- Broadcast pattern defined by file names
- Electrical contacts: 8 inputs combinable up to 255 inputs to trigger files through sensors, push-buttons,
relays …
- Commands through the RS232 serial link. A simple protocol is used to send commands to the player.
- Commands via a web page through the Ethernet link.
- Time programming. Integrating an real time clock, the player broadcasts files according to a schedule
created using the "ID-AL Scheduler" software.
- An built-in infrared sensor allows remote control (optional ID-AL handset available).
- A keyboard or a USB numeric keypad can be connected on the To Host front panel connector to
broadcast files associated to specific keys.
Autoplay: EventPlayer starts automatically on powering on. This feature is programmable and can be
disabled.
Playback: The audio files are stored on a SD card or an external USB device. The playback pattern is
defined by file & directory names.
Updating: The SD card or USB stick can be removed easily for updating using a computer. It is also
possible to connect a computer to the USB port or through the Ethernet link (FTP mode) of the player in
order to access content of the storage device and carry out copy & delete operations.
Audio output: 3 types of outputs are present:
- A line level stereo audio output on a RCA standard connector
- An S-PDIF stereo digital audio output on a RCA standard connector
- An amplified stereo output on a removable terminal block.
Audio input: The player offers a line level auxiliary audio input on RCA standard connector. The input is
switchable through triggering and programming. The player acts like a message box inserted in an
existing sound system. A Fade in/out is programmable to ensure a smooth transition.
Show Control: The player can play audio files, event files, or both at the same time in synchronisation.
The event files are made of commands sent to the various outputs:
- 8 outputs on optocoupler to action relays, motors, lamps …
- data sent to the DMX link to control dimmers, projectors with LED or gen-locks, lyres …
- data sent through the serial link RS232 (activation of a video projector, command to a PLC …)
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The show sequences are created on a computer using the ID-AL "Show Control Editor" software. The
event files created by the software are then copied into a memory card to be read by the player the same
way as audio files.
Power supply: 2 power supply sockets are available at the rear side of the player. The 2 sockets are
wired in parallel. This means that the power supply unit can be connected on any one of the 2 sockets
indifferently. The second socket helps to carry over the incoming power supply to a second EventPlayer,
sensors or any other device using the same voltage. The player is protected against polarity reversals
and against usage by mistake of an alternative power supply instead of the D.C. power supply.
Caution! The player can bear a tolerance of the power supply voltage between 10 & 15V. Beyond this
voltage range, the player can be damaged.
The power output of the amplifier depends on the mains power. When the line output is used, a power
supply of 500mA (6W) is sufficient to operate the player. When the amplified output is used, a
power supply unit of at least 3.45A (45W) is essential. If an inadequate power supply unit is used, there
is a risk of obtaining very poor sound and of overheating PSU leading to a break-down.
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3 - INSTALLATION
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13/14 - Power supply - a second socket to
power another device
15 - RS232 serial link
16 - Ethernet link
17 - DMX output
18 - Dry contact Inputs
19 - Outputs on opto-coupler
20 - Co-axial S/PDIF digital audio output
21 - Line level output
22 - Line level auxiliary input
23 - Amplified output for speakers
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First use: The EventPlayer is factory set with default parameters. The following settings need to be
carried out before using the player for the first time.
1 - Switch-on the player by pressing the play/stop switch (11).
2 - After initialisation, press the"Data" button (10) to enter the set-up menu.
3 - Turn the button to display the desired menu and confirm choice by pressing the button.
4 - Exit the menu or a sub-menu by turning the button till it displays "Exit" or "Return" and confirm choice
by pressing the button.
See annex for the list of associated settings and possible values.
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
1 - USB port - For SD card update only
2 - USB connection indicator
3 - Infrared sensor
4 - Slot for the SD memory card
5 - Host USB port - Connection for USB
device, stick, hard disk, keyboard...
6 - USB HOST connection indicator
7 - Customisable button No.1
8 - Customisable button No.2
9 - LCD display
10 - Set-up button
11 - Play/Stop button
12 - Power indicator
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Memory card: Select a quality SD card. Insert the card into its slot to the stopper without forcing it. To
remove it, press gently on the card.
USB To Host connector: To this port you can connect a USB device, stick, hard disk...
Note: If a SD card and a USB stick are both connected, the SD card will be given priority and the USB stick
will not be used.
Generally, new SD cards or USB sticks are formatted in "FAT" or "FAT32".
If you must format a card or a stick, select the FAT or FAT32 format depending on memory size. (FAT32
above 512Mb) Other types of formatting do not work.
The new hard disks are not formatted. You must create a partition and format the disk before any usage.
Select FAT32 format. Other types of formatting do not work. Some utility programs are available
to carry out this operation from your computer (including some freeware).
To this port, it is also possible to connect a standard computer keyboard to use it like a remote control to
open files or trigger some actions. See related chapter.
Power supply unit: We recommend to use the PSU supplied with the player. If you want to power your
player from another power supply unit or from a battery, it must be in 12V DC although the player can
operate between 10V & 15V. The power consumed depends on the power level of the amplifier.
Connect the power supply to either one of the sockets convenient to you. The second socket is
connected in parallel enabling powering of another device.
USB port: When you connect a USB cable between the EventPlayer and a computer, the player goes to
USB mode. Then, the computer loads up the standard "Mass Storage" driver to display content of the
memory card. You can then use a file manager such as Windows Explorer to copy, move, rename &
delete files.
Volume control: Turn the DATA button to change the volume. It is also possible to configure the two
buttons "1" and "2" to control the volume. See the chapter "menu & configuration". In this case, press the
buttons 1 (volume -) and 2 (volume +) to change the volume.
Caution! The volume can also be changed through the serial link, Ethernet & the file name.
RS232 Serial link: The EventPlayer can be operated through a PLC, a computer or a remote control
using the serial link. The player receives information on its Rx input and sends information on the Tx
output. A specific protocol is provided in this manual.
Dry contact inputs: you can connect push buttons, presence, light and smoke detectors, heat sensors,
pressure probes… to the relays to trigger the player if a specific event occurs. See the usage description
in this manual. Briefly make contact between one of the 8 inputs marked from 1 to 8 and the ground G. You
can also combine the 8 inputs to obtain up to 255 possibilities. In this case, it is recommended to use a
diodes or external control electronics. For more details, see annex.
Outputs on optocoupler: Connect relays, LED, an electronic controller, PLC, wireless remote contact…
in order to operate these elements through the player. See the description for usage in this manual.
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Caution! The output power is limited. To operate high power devices, you must use a command
interface. For more details, see annex.
DMX output: The DMX protocol is used in lighting control. You can connect any equipment compatible
with the DMX512 standard such as dimmers, mono or multi colour LED projectors, lyres, DMX to relays
converters, servomotors…
Ethernet: This standard RJ45 connector, allows connection of the device to a 10/100 basic computer
network. Thanks to the integrated Web Server, a computer connected on a network or internet and
navigation software like "Internet Explorer" or "Firefox", will allow you to control the player: play / stop a
file, enable / disable output, control volume, change parameters …
The integrated FTP server provides access to the memory card or USB device to copy, edit, and delete
files.
Analog audio output: Connect the stereo output to an amplifier, a sound system, an audio mixer or any
other audio equipment having a line level input (CD player type).
Digital audio output: On this socket, connect an audio broadcast system equipped with a coaxial S/
PDIF format input.
Speaker output: EventPlayer has an internal amplifier offering the option of connecting speakers, HiFi speaker systems or sound system. Connect the 2 terminals of the speakers to the 2 outputs of each
channel.
Caution: Never interconnect the outputs, do not short-circuit and do not connect speakers whose
impedance is lower than that recommended in the specification of the player.
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4 - Operating mode and naming of files
Compatible files:
.MP3: MP3 format audio files (see specification in annex C)
.WAV: WAV format audio files (see specifications in annex C)
.SC2: "Show control" sequence files created by the IDAL Show Control Editor software.
The file names and directories define the playback mode. The files must be stored according to a specific
organisation described below.
4.1 Organisation of the directories:
Only ONE directory level is allowed at the root. The
directory names are made of 3 digits (000 to 999) followed
by optional parameters and a name of your choice.
Example :
001
003 [J002]
034 directory name
247 [R001] [SEQ] my directory
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● The first three digits represent the directory
No. and thereby its main name.
Example :
000 : Directory N°000 - "Autoplay" directory which is automatically played when the device is powered-on
001 : Directory N° 001
034 : Directory N° 034
The directory number is used to define the playback sequence, it identifies the directory when a
directory jump is required and on triggering of an input. You can use any number between 000 & 999.
IMPORTANT: The 8 input contacts allow trigger of directories identified by these 3 digits, as per a binary
sequence from 001 to 255 (See table in the annex).
Input 1 : Directory 001
Input 2 : Directory 002
Input 3 : Directory 004
Input 4 : Directory 008
Input 5 : Directory 016
Input 6 : Directory 032
Input 7 : Directory 064
Input 8 : Directory 128
The simultaneous use of several input contacts offers up to 255 different combinations. No. 001 to 255
corresponds to the 8 input contact combinations.
Special case: Directory 000 is the directory which will be played by default on powering on. On
powering on, presence of this directory is checked ; if it is present, the player plays files of this directory.
If this directory is missing, the player switches to sleep mode.
Note: The directory which is read by default on powering on can be modified in the configuration menu.
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Optional parameters
To modify the behaviour of the player, you can add optional parameters to the directory name. These
parameters are boxed with the "[" "]"symbols. You can add several parameters to the directory name.
[Jxxx] - Jump to another directory after reading the current directory.
[AUX] - Switch the player on the auxiliary input after reading the current directory.
[RET] - Returns to the previous directory after reading the current directory.
[RND] or [SEQ] - Specifies random or sequential playback mode for the current directory.
[Rxxx] - Action output contacts.
V+xx] or [V-xx] - Controls the volume level of the directory.
Note: If no optional parameter has been indicated, the player reads randomly the current
directory in full and stops.
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● [Jxxx] - Names the directory No. to JUMP to after reading the current directory.
By adding this parameter to the directory name after the directory No., you define the behaviour of the
player after reading the current directory so that it starts reading another directory or loop in this
directory.
Example:
xxx [J002]: Jump to directory 002 after reading directory xxx
001 [J023]: Jump to directory 023 after reading directory 001
034 [J034]: Jump to directory 034 after reading 034 -> Loops in directory 034
xxx represents a directory number between 000 & 999
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● [AUX] - Selects the auxiliary input after reading
the current directory.
EventPlayer has an Auxiliary audio input. To this input, a
sound source such as a satellite receiver, computer,
another audio player … can be connected. The
EventPlayer controls the main source to broadcast
programmed messages, news, jingles…
The player can be used to broadcast local information
or as a backup system.
By a program or trigger (by input contact, Ethernet or
serial link …) the audio program which enters via the auxiliary socket is interrupted with a fade-out and
the selected directory is played. If the Auxiliary input is selected again, the initial audio broadcast starts
again with a fade-in.
To return from the auxiliary mode and read a directory, it is necessary to launch an action on one of the
inputs, a scheduled program or a RS232 command, via Ethernet or a programmed button on the front
panel.
Example:
001 [AUX]: Reads directory 001 and then switches to the Auxiliary input
Main
Source
Installation audio
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● [RET] - Returns to the previously read directory after reading the current directory.
If you read files in a particular directory and if it is interrupted by a scheduled program or an external
action to broadcast a file from another directory, goes back to the initial directory after reading the
triggered directory.
Example:
002 [RET]: Reads directory 002 and then goes back to the previous directory
- Several directories can point to the same directory then goes back to calling directory.
Example:
001 [J100]: After reading directory 001, jumps to directory 100
002 [J100]: After reading directory 002, jumps to directory 100
004 [J100]: After reading directory 004, jumps to directory 100
100 [RET]: Returns to the previous directory (001 or 002 or 004)
In the above example, after reading directories 001, 002 and 004, jump to directory 100 and then goes
back to the initial calling directory after reading directory 100.
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● [SEQ] - Specifies sequential playback mode for the current directory. Default is random
mode.
Example:
001 [SEQ]: SEQ for sequential numerical order
By choosing [SEQ] you select sequential mode. Sorting is done in numerical order of file names (for
naming details, see next chapter related to files organisation).
In the Sequential mode [SEQ], files which are not numbered are ignored.
Directories which do not comply to naming rules are ignored.
The default mode is the random mode RND. The files are not read again as long as all the files have
not been read at least once. This information is not stored during a directory jump.
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● [Rxxx] - Enables or disables one or several output contacts
A directory can activate different output contacts without any additional programming. You can switch
on lamps, activate motors or any other action automatically when a directory is read.
Caution! Status of the outputs does not change whilsth the file is read. To achieve this, you
must use the Show Control function or cut the audio files in tracks.
001 [R001] - Enables output 1 while reading directory 001
001 [R255] - Enables all 8 outputs while reading directory 001
001 [R000] - Disables all outputs while reading directory 001
Values between 000 and 255 as per a binary progression. See the corresponding table in the annex.
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The output contacts are commutated at the beginning of the directory playback. If files inside the
directory carry an instruction to enable or disable the output contacts, the output status will evolve.
If an event file is read (Show Control function), the outputs can change with the scenario of the event
file. We recommend to control the outputs in the Show Control editor.
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● [V+xx] or [V-xx] - Sets the volume level of the directory
The name of the directory can include parameter to set the broadcast volume.
Example:
001 [V+05]: Increases volume by 5 steps
001 [V-03]: Decreases volume by 3 steps
After reading the directory, the volume goes back to the normal volume level set for the player.
- If variation values exceed the maximum or minimum level, levels are set at their maximum or minimum.
- If the volume is already at the maximum, the increase command is ignored
- If the volume is already at the minimum, the decrease command is ignored
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● [NT] or [DT] - This option defines the interruption mode of the current directory
If these options are registered in the directory name, the file cannot be interrupted and commands
received are ignored or executed at the end of the file.
Without this option, reading of the current file can be interrupted at any time by an external
action. (input, Ethernet, RS232 ...)
Example:
001 [NT] - The directory is NOT interruptible.
In that case, an action on one of the input contacts, by programming, through Ethernet or RS232 link is
ignored and the reading of the current file is not stopped. Caution! The action is not memorised and the
triggering information is lost.
001 [DT] - Interruption instruction is memorised and will be executed at the end of the file.
In that case, an action on one of the input contacts, by programming, through Ethernet or RS232 link is
memorised and the reading of the current file is not stopped. Caution! If several actions occur while
reading the file, history of actions is not memorised and triggering information is lost. Only the last action
is memorised and executed.
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- If an action refers to a directory which is absent, the command is ignored.
- If an empty directory (no file) is called but the directory name includes an option, this option will be
executed. If no option is indicated, the player goes to stop mode.
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4.2 Organisation of files inside directories.
Like for directories, file names define their playback
pattern.
Note: You may not have to use this notation if the
files are read randomly ("RND" option or no option
in the directory name). In this case, all the files
shall be read and will be interruptible.
The file names are made up of 3 digits (000 to 999) and a
name of your choice. Optional information can be added
such as the file volume level or triggering of outputs.
Example:
001 [J367] my message.mp3
063 [R020] file name.wav
My file.sc2
845 [V+12][R001] my file.mp3"
xxx.wav -> Wave format audio file
xxx.mp3 -> MP3 format audio file
xxx.sc2 -> "Show Control" sequence file created using
the ID-AL Show Control editor.
Note: In sequential mode (SEQ), if numbered and non-numbered files are present, only the
numbered files will be read. In random mode, all the files be read.
In random mode, if the files are not numbered, they are interruptible.
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● The first three digits represent the file number file and thus its primary name.
Example:
001.mp3 - file No.001
063.wav - file No.063
158.sc2 - file No.158
If the directory indicates random mode [RND], the files don't have to be numbered and playback will be in
random mode. If the directory indicates definite sequence [SEQ], the non-numbered files are ignored.
Optional parameters
To modify the behaviour of the player, you can add optional parameters in the file name. These parameters
are boxed by the "[" and "]"symbols. You can use several parameters in the file name.
[Jxxx] - Jump to a directory after reading the current file.
[NT] or [DT] - The file is not interruptible or the action is memorised to be executed at the end of the file.
[Rxxx] - Enables output contacts
[V+xx] ou [V-xx] - Sets the file volume level
Note: Without any option, the files are read one by one according to the selected mode
(random or sequential) and can be interrupted at any time by external action.
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● [Jxxx] - Designates the directory No. to go to after the current file.
By adding this parameter to the file name after the file No., you define the behaviour of the player so that
after reading the current file it goes to reading another directory.
If the destination directory does not exist or does not contain any file, the action is ignored.
Example:
xxx [J002].mp3 - Jumps to directory 002 after reading file xxx*
001 [J023].mp3 - Jumps to directory 023 after reading file 001
034 [J034].wav - Jumps to directory 034 after reading the file. It's not a loop with the file 034 but a jump
to directory 034
*xxx refers to any number between 000 & 999
For example, this function helps to monitor a particular file so that it is followed by a skip action.
Several files can indicate the same skip directory.
Example:
001 [J100].mp3 - After reading file 001, jumps to directory 100
002 [J100].wav - After reading file 002, jumps to directory 100
999 [J100].sc2 - After reading file 999, jumps to directory 100
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● [NT] or [DT] - This option defines the interruption mode of the current file
If these options are registered in the file name, the file cannot be interrupted and commands received are
ignored or executed at the end of the file.
Without this option, reading of the current file can be interrupted at any time by an external
action. (input, Ethernet, RS232 ...)
Example:
001 [NT].mp3 - The file is NOT interruptible.
In that case, an action on one of the input contacts, by programming, through Ethernet or RS232 link is
ignored and the reading of the current file is not stopped. Caution! The action is not memorised and the
triggering information is lost.
001 [DT].mp3 - Interruption instruction is memorised and will be executed at the end of the file.
In that case, an action on one of the input contacts, by programming, through Ethernet or RS232 link is
memorised and the reading of the current file is not stopped. Caution! If several actions occur while
reading the file, history of actions is not memorised and triggering information is lost. Only the last action
is memorised and executed.
Interruptable and non-interruptable files can coexist in the same directory.
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● [V+xx] ou [V-xx] - Changing volume level of the file
The file name can include an option to set a volume level when the file is read. This function is used to
broadcast messages at a different volume than other files.
[V+05] - increases volume by 5 steps
[V-03] - decreases volume by 3 steps
After reading the file, the volume returns to the normal level of the player.
- If the values of variation exceed the maximum or minimum level, the levels are fixed at their maximum or
minimum.
- If the volume is already set at the maximum, the increase command is ignored
- If the volume is already set at the minimum, the decrease command is ignored
Example:
my file [V+02].mp3 - Increases the volume by 2 steps
001 [V-12].wav - Decreases the volume by 12 steps
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● [Rxxx] - Enables or disables one or several output contacts
Each file can activate different output contacts directly without any additional programming. You can
switch on lamps, activate motors or any other action.
Caution! The status of the outputs cannot progress during the reading of the file. For that,
you must use the Show Control function.
Example:
001 [R001].mp3 - Enables output 1 while reading file 001
001 [R255].wav - Enables the 8 outputs while reading file 001
my file [R000].mp3 - Disables all the outputs while reading "my file.mp3" file
The values are between 000 and 255 in binary progression. See the corresponding table in the annex.
The outputs are switched at the start of reading the file. If no other file has a switching option in its name,
the outputs will not change and will not be disabled.
If an event file is read (Show Control function), the outputs can change according to the scenario of the
event file. We recommend the use of Show Control function to control the output status.
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5 - Menu & configuration
Several settings are accessible through the Data button
to configure the EventPlayer.
The DATA button has 2 functions:
1 - Endless rotation in both directions
2 - Validation push button
When the player is in normal mode (i.e. in a configuration menu), the rotation of the button allows
adjustment of the volume level.
By pressing the button, you will be able to access the various set-up menus:
1 - Source selection (Player or Auxiliary)
2 - Bass & treble control of the player or the Auxiliary input
3 - Date & time setting
4 - Ethernet link parameters
5 - RS232 serial link parameters
6 - Miscellaneous options (Allocation of buttons, Fade in/out. Autoplay …)
7 - Choice of display language
General usage of the button in the option menu:
- A rotation allows selection of a menu. Pressing confirms menu choice
- A rotation changes the value of the settings. Pressing confirms the selected setting and returns to the
previous menu or moves to the next field.
- To exit the menu, turn the button until you see "Back" or "Exit" and confirm by pressing the button.
Reading the LCD display:
The menu name appears on the first line with below the associated parameter value.
To modify this value, press the button.
Volume control: Turn the DATA button to change the volume. It is also possible to configure the two
buttons "1" and "2" to control volume. See "Option" menu.
Caution! The volume can also be changed through the serial link, Ethernet and file name.
To change the player broadcast volume, select the main source "MAIN" in the "SOURCE" menu.
To change the Auxiliary input broadcast volume, select the "AUX" source in the "SOURCE" menu.
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First level menu choices:
SOURCE Selects either the player or the auxiliary in source
PLAYER Displays the selected source (Player or Aux)
TONE MAIN Controls the tone (in "AUX" mode, controls the tone of the AUX input)
G:00M:00A:00 Displays current values - G for Low / M for Medium / A for High
TIME Sets time and date of the player
01/01/200800:00 Displays current date and time of the player
ETHERNET Sets the parameters of the Ethernet link
192 . 168 . 1 . 1 Displays the default IP address value of the player
SeriAL RS232 Sets the RS232 serial link parameters
001 / 9600 / DAISY Default value Player ID, link speed and operating mode
OPTIONS Sets miscellaneous parameters such as allocation of buttons, fade in/out, autoplay,
amplifier control…
LANGUAGE Choice of display language
FRANCAIS Default value
EXIT Quits the option menu to go back to playback mode
Rotation = Menu choice
Click = Enter into the menu
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SOURCE Volume control of the Auxiliary input:
Select the source. A sound source can be connected to the auxiliary input of the player. To listen to it you
must select the "AUX" mode. To listen to the player, select "MAIN" mode
MAIN Player mode
AUX Auxiliary Mode
TONE MAIN Tone control of the player:
TONE AUX Tone control of the Auxiliary input:
You can independently control the tones of the player and the auxiliary source. You access the tone
controls depending on the selected source "Main" or "Aux"
BASSE : 00 dB
MEDIUM : 00 dB
TREBLE : 00 dB
EXIT
The default values are set to 00dB, without tone correction.
Select the parameter to be adjusted, turn the button and confirm.
TIME Date & time setting:
You must set these parameters for scheduled programs.
DATE : DD/MM/YYY Press button and turn. Each pression goes to next field
01 / 01 / 2008
TIMEE : hh:mm Press button and turn. Each pression goes to next field
00:00
HEURE ETE/HIVERS To automatically switch between summer/winter times
ON
EXIT
ETHERNET Setting the Ethernet link parameters:
To operate, the Ethernet link must be configured. The player uses an IP address for being recognised on
the network, a network mask and a gateway to communicate through a router.
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IP ADDRESS Press button and turn. Each pression moves to next field
192.168.1.1
NET MASK Press button and turn. Each pression moves to next field
255.255.255.0
GATEWAY Press button and turn. Each pression moves to next field
192.168.1.255
EXIT
Serie RS232 Setting of the RS232 serial link parameters:
To operate, the serial link must be configured. The player uses a transmission speed and an operating
mode. See the chapter related to serial link to obtain operational details.
PLAYER ID In Daisy Chain mode, the player must have a specific address.
001
Baudrate Press button and turn to select transmission speed.
9600
MODE Press button and turn to select mode.
DAISY "Daisy" or "Ctrl" Mode. See chapter related to RS232 link for details.
EXIT
OPTIONS Setting the player options:
Several options are available to customise the EventPlayer.
AMPLIFIER The internal amplifier can be disabled. Choose On or OFF
ON
AUTOPLAY Parameter used to set the behaviour of the player on powering on. Either
000 the player is set in sleep mode (OFF) or it reads a selected directory from 000
to 999 or it switches to the auxiliary input (AUX).
PASSWORD The password denies access to the DATA button. You may either set this
OFF parameter on OFF or select a value of 4 digits from 0000 to 9999 that you will
have to key-in using the DATA button in the Option menu.
BUTTON 1 Buttons 1 & 2 may be assigned to functions of your choice.
STOP See various choices given below.
BUTTON 2 Buttons 1 & 2 may be assigned to functions of your choice.
EXIT MENU See various choices given below.
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FADE IN AUX When switching to the auxiliary input, sound level goes from
SECOND(S) its minimum to its maximum in a set time.
FADE OUT AUX When switching back to the player, sound level goes from its maximum2
SECONDE(S) to its minimum level in a set time.
EXIT
Allocation parameters for buttons 1 & 2:
NONE: no effect.
STOP / PAUSE / PLAY: Stops reading, momentarily stops reading or reads current directory.
PLAY DIRECTORY xxx: Starts reading directory xxx.
NEXT or PREVIOUS: Reads next or previous track.
AUX: Switches input: Auxiliary (one more pression goes back to the player).
EXIT MENU: Exit the Option menu
LANGUAGE Language display setting:
You can choose to display the language of your choice on the LCD. Enter the menu and select the desired
language.
5.1 - Password of the player
It is possible to prevent access to the configuration menu by blocking the "Data" button with a password.
- Enter the configuration menu and select "Option" menu. Select "Password" and choose a 4 digits
password. Then exit the menu.
- If you press the DATA button or if you turn it, the display will request a password. To enter the
password, press the button and turn it to select the first digit. Once again press the button to select the
second digit and so on to the fourth digit. If the password is correct, you can access the configuration
menu.
Note: When using a password, volume level control with "DATA" button is also blocked. If you wish to
access the volume from the front panel, it is possible to assign this function to the two buttons 1 & 2.
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6 - USB Link (device)
The EventPlayer reads files stored on a SD memory, a
USB stick or a USB hard disk.
To update a USB stick or a USB hard disk, you just have
to connect these elements directly to a computer. A card
reader is required to update a SD card.
If you do not have an external card reader or one on your
computer, you can use the front USB port to access the
card.
To set-up the player in USB mode, switch the EventPlayer
on and connect the USB cable. The computer will then
detect this new peripheral and display it in your file
manager using the "Mass Storage" standard driver.
7 - HOST USB Link
The HOST USB port allows data media connection (USB
stick, hard disk).
Mass media (stick or HDD)
Data media with USB flash drive or external hard disk is
an alternative to SD memory card. Simply connect the
memory stick or a hard disk on this USB port with the
same file organisation. This memory must be formatted in
FAT or FAT32 (see chapter related to organisation of
directories and files).
If you connect a stick or a hard disk, you must remove
the SD card from the player. If a SD card is present, it will
be given priority and the stick or the hard disk will be
ignored.
When inserting or removing a SD card or a USB stick, the player must be switched off.
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USB Host
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8 - DMX Link
The EventPlayer is not just an audio player, it can also read
sequence files in order to operate DMX512 devices.
Using the Show Control Sequencer (free download from
www.id-al.com) you will be able to create complete scenarii
managing both broadcast of sound and sending commands
to devices connected on the DMX port, in perfect
synchronisation.
You are invited to refer to the software manual to use this
function.
To this output you can connect any device compatible with
the DMX512 protocol, such as dimmers, gen-lock projectors,
DMX converters towards relays or servomotors.
9 - Auxiliary Input
By inserting the EventPlayer in an audio system, between
audio source (computer, satellite receiver, multi CD player,
tuner …) and the amplification system, you will be able to
trigger messages according to scheduled programming,
action on input contacts or remotely via the internet.
The player acts as a message box to broadcast local
information or adverts.
Switching of the auxiliary input is managed through the
directory name (see related chapter). When a command is
received to cut-off the auxiliary input in order to broadcast
a message, the Auxiliary sound input fades out, down
volume level 0. After broadcast of messages, a command
to switch back to the auxiliary source is sent and volume
level of the external source fades in from 0 to the maximum
level. The Fade in/out time is adjustable in the Option menu.
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Aux Source Fade Out Message EventPlayer Fade in Aux
Source
Ground
Data +
Data -
Aux input
DMX Output
Audio
Source
Audio Installation
Update messages
from internet
Manual trigger (push
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10 - Input and output contacts
The EventPlayer is interactive. It has trigger input and output
contacts to action various electrical devices.
10.1 - Input contacts
By connecting contacts to inputs, it is possible to start reading
directories. You can change the style of music, start a sound
& light show, trigger messages …
Example of connections:
The inputs are opto-couplers actioned by a contact between the input and the ground. Onto the inputs,
you can connect different types of contacts: push button, relay, presence detector, output of a remote
receiver, light or heat sensor, IDAL SensoPad.
By combining inputs, you can obtain up to 255 triggers. You can use diodes, relays or a multiplexer to
create binary combinations (see annex for the connections).
The activated input(s) will trigger the associated directory No.
Input 1: Directory 001
Input 2: Directory 002
Input 3: Directory 004
Input 4: Directory 008
Input 5: Directory 016
Input 6: Directory 032
Input 7: Directory 064
Input 8: Directory 128
Example of combinations required to trigger the following directories:
Directory 003: make a contact between inputs 1, 3 & GND
Directory 007: make a contact between inputs 1, 2, 3 & GND
Directory 082: make a contact between inputs 2, 5, 7 & GND
Directory 234: make a contact between inputs 2, 4, 6, 7, 8 & GND
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Note : V+ is voltage output from the main power
supply. With a 12V power supply, V+ will be 12V
out. Max output is 300mA.
8 Input 8 Output
Example with push buttons to start
directory 1 & 2
Example of input combination to start
directory 21
Example of external trigger using
power supply of the player
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10.2 - Output contacts
The EventPlayer can enable output contacts to operate various devices. You can switch on lamps,
relays, motors … The output contacts are activated through directory or file names, remotely via the
Ethernet or RS232 link or by scheduled programming (see related chapters).
The output contacts of the EventPlayer are opto-couplers
(see diagram below). The power output is limited (switching
up to 60V/50mA max) and only low power devices can be
controlled, LED or small relays. To switch high power devices
you must use an interface between the outputs and the
device to be controlled such as the ID-AL MicroSwitch.
11 - Ethernet link
Via the Ethernet link, the EventPlayer communicates to update content via FTP (SD card, stick or USB
HDD) and to receive commands in html Web server and check status of the player or outputs.
You can use the player in a local network. An adequately
configured Modem/Router will allow remote control of the
player via the Internet.
Caution! Network administration requires good computer skills.
In a local network installation, the player
requires an IP address. This address is set
in the Option menu (see option menu
chapter). The player is then recognised on
the network as a Web Server with "Internet
Explorer" or "Firefox" browsers and as a
FTP server with a FTP software such as
Filezilla.
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Note : V+ is voltage output from the main power
supply. With a 12V power supply, V+ will be 12V
out. Max output is 300mA.
Ethernet link
Example of output to control LEDs and a relay
with an external power supply.
Output schematic
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In an installation where only the player is present or in a local network with external access, you must
use a Modem/Router to create a gateway between the player and the Internet.
Since the Modem/Router is configured with an IP gateway, you must declare this gateway to the
EventPlayer so that it can communicate (configured in the Option menu).
Note: The EventPlayer does not offer DHCP mode.
11.1 - Connection of EventPlayer to the Internet through an ADSL link, without
local network nor computer
Hardware required:
EventPlayer + ADSL Modem / Router
Connect your player to your ADSL Modem/Router
with a RJ45 cable and connect your Modem to a
telephone jack with ADSL filter.
A - You have an IP address provided by your
service provider
Configure your Modem/Router entering the player
IP address, access data to provider (account, password …), Gateway used and the various
configurations related to your Modem. Also set the IP and Gateway of your player.
Open the FTP communication ports (21) and the HTTP ports (80) in the Modem.
On a computer connected to the Internet and a browser, type the IP address of your connection.
The window of your player should be displayed.
B - You don't have a permanent IP address
This is a solution to make your player visible over the internet without using a permanent IP address.
We suggest you to use a service provider offering "DynDNS" service. It's a dynamic DNS service
modifiable with every change in the IP of your service provider. For example, you can use the free
service on www.dyndns.org.
At first, you must open an account with a service provider and obtain your Host name, User name and
password. Caution! Your Modem / Router must have this feature.
Configure your Router Modem accordingly and validate the DynDNS option.
The principle is as follows:
When the IP address changes, the Modem sends this information to the DynDNS server. The service
immediately carries out the modification in its database to point out the new address on the host name.
Therefore, the player remains visible over the Internet even in case of change in the IP address of the
service provider or in case of a cut-off.
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11.2 - Linking a player to an internal network
Hardware required:
- EventPlayer
- Ethernet Hub
- One or several computers can be present
Connect the player to the network hub. The player is
comparable to a computer. It has its own IP address and
will be seen over the network like a machine. It will be
able to communicate with various network stations. If the
network itself is connected to the outside, then the player
will be seen from external machines.
11.3 - HTML Web server
Open your Web browser on your computer (for example Internet Explorer) and enter the IP address of
the player (the IP address is configured in the Option menu of the player). The home page should be
displayed and you should be requested to enter your account and password.
Default value:
Account (user): idalweb
Password: idalweb
You will be able to modify account name and password in the configuration page.
Enter the requested information and validate to get access to the main page.
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The page is composed of 3 parts:
A - Status of the player
This block displays the status of the player as well as the directory name and name of the file being read.
You can change the current directory by entering the desired number and click on "Validate".
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B
C
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B - Status and operation of the output contacts
The first line indicates the current status of the output contacts while the second line allows status
modification. Simply click on the output number(s) that you wish to enable and click on "Validate".
C - Volume level control
The fields on the left indicate the current volume level of the player. To modify, select a value from the field
on the right and click "Validate" to send the information to the player.
To change page, click on one the selected tab at the top of the page. (Control, Config, About us, Sign out)
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The "config" menu allows setting of parameters of he player. You can modify the date and time as well
as the various user accounts and passwords for Ethernet access.
Enter the information you wish to modify and click on "Validate".
If you have lost the account names and passwords, you must make a "Resert Factory" to initialise the
player and revert to factory settings.
The "WEB access" parameters define the access modes to the html interface which is the one you see
when you use a browser.
The "FTP access" parameters define the access modes to the FTP interface which you will use to update
content of the memory cards or USB sticks. (See chapter below)
The last page "About us" displays ID-AL contacts.
Click on "Sign out" to log out.
11.4 - Use in FTP client
This facility is used to update content of the storage devices, SD card, USB stick or USB hard disk.
Connect the EventPlayer using a "FTP client" software.
Demonstration purposes, we are using the freeware "FileZilla" but any other software may also be
appropriate.
- Run "FileZilla"
- Enter the IP No. or the FTP address of the player
- Enter user name and password you have configured during installation
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By default the user name is: idalftp
The password is: idalftp
Port: 21
You are now connected to the media of the player and you have access to copy, delete, move, edit of file
names as you would do locally.
Please refer the user manual of your FTP software for further user details.
Precautions for use:
1 - Prohibit multiple simultaneous transfers.
2 - Avoid using the passive mode. (if the function is available)
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12 - RS232 serial link protocol
The EventPlayer can communicate with other devices. It receives commands on the Rx input and sends
data through the Tx output. The player complies with the RS232 norm (see specification).
12.1 - Reception Protocole - «Daisy chain» Mode
The EventPlayer can receive commands to start reading a file. If the same link is used to control several
players, each player will only execute commands addressed to its own number, allocated in the Option
menu.
The reception protocole is made of a 3 bytes frame.
Byte 1 (status) + Byte 2 (command) + Byte 3 (data)
Reminder:
- a byte is composed of 8 bits: b7 b6 b5 b3 b2 b1 b0
- a binary representation is noted: xxxxxxxxb or in hexadecimal : xxh
Byte 1 : Status - 1xxxxxxxb
> b7 = 1: refer to a status byte
> b6 - b0: player identification to be addressed to from 001 to 127 (000001b - 1111111b)
- The default player address (ID) is 001. You can change it in the Option menu.
- Several players may have the same identification number to create groups.
- Identification 000 is the "global" code, all players are concerned by the command (unique command for
all the players, see " Daisy Chain " function).
Byte 2 (Command) + Byte 3 (Data) - 0xxxxxxxb
- Byte 2: command (command byte is always followed by a byte of data).
> b7 = 0 : refer to a byte of command or data
> b6, b5, b4 : bank selection for the «go to directory» command
> b3, b2, b1, b0 : command code sent to the player
List of commands:
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● 00000000b: not used
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● 0xxx0001b : Go to a directory
The directory is refered to by the range number and the byte of data which follows.
xxx is the range number. To address 1000 directories (from 000 to 999), it is necessary to divide this
number in several ranges of 128 values.
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xxxb: Range number depending on the directory number
000b: Range 0 -> from 000 to 127
001b: Range 1 -> from 128 to 255
010b: Range 2 -> from 256 to 383
011b: Range 3 -> from 384 to 511
100b: Range 4 -> from 512 to 639
101b: Range 5 -> from 640 to 767
110b: Range 6 -> from 768 to 895
111b: Range 7 -> from 896 to 999 (binary values over 999 are ignored).
Method of calculation:
1) range = value from the above table in relation to the directory number
2) value = directory number - range x 128
Example of a frame triggering directory 278 in player number 6:
Directory number = 278
1) 278 is in range 2 (from 256 to 383) - table above
2) Value = 278 - 2 x 128 = 22
The frame is:
Byte 1: 10000110b (86h) : status byte, player number 6
Byte 2 : 00100001b (21h) : range 2, go to command (0001b)
Byte 3 : 00010110b (16h) : value 22
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● 00000010b : Transport bar command
The function is defined by the byte of data as follows:
Value of data for byte 3:
00000001b (01h) : Play
00000010b (02h) : Stop
00000011b (03h) : Next file in the current directory
00000100b (04h) : Previous file in the current directory
Note: the other values are ignored.
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● 00000011b : setting of volume
Value is defined by the following data byte:
Values of data for byte 3 included between 0 and 64
00000000b (00h) : Mute (0)
00100000b (20h) : Volume maximum (64)
Note : Any other value will be ignored
12.2 - Transmission Control Protocol
The EventPlayer provides 2 data transmission modes:
1 - One mode of information transfer, information which comes in, goes out identically (Daisy Chain)
2 - One mode - surveillance mode - sending information on changes of status
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The modes are defined in the configuration file (see related chapter)
Note : The different transmission modes are not compatible with the Show Control mode sending serial
command included in the sequence file. If a sequence file is read, the serial link is desactivated. To
prevent any conflict, we suggest to desactivated the transmission mode in the menu option.
Mode 1 : "Daisy Chain" (default mode)
In this mode, any information received on the Rx line is sent out as received on the line Tx. Several
EventPlayers can be linked by connecting the Tx output of the first one onto the Rx input of the next one
and so on... Data received by the first player on Rx are sent out on Tx and received on the Rx input of
the next player in the chain. Note: if a large number of players are connected this way, a slight delay may
occur at the end of the chain.
Mode 2 : "Surveillance"
In these Surveillance modes, the player is sending status report information onto its Tx output; for each
change of status, the player is sending the related information onto the Tx output. It is not possible to link
up several players. The data can then be processed and analysed by a controller, computer, security
device.
The transmission protocol, as the reception protocol, is made of a 3 byte frame.
Byte 1 : Statut
> b7 = 1 : indicates the status byte
> b6 - b0 : identification of the sending player from 001 to 127 (000001b - 1111111b)
The default address (ID) is 001. Setup in the Option menu.
Byte 2 (Command)
Unique value: 00000000b (00h).
The command code is 0000b, the other bits are reserved and have the 0 value.
Byte 3 (Data)
00000000b (00h) : Player ready - The player reports that it is ready and available - On powering on, after
USB mode, insert of a memory card...
00000001b (01h) : Not used
00000010b (02h) : Not used
00000011b (03h) : Indicates start of playing - This code is sent when the player starts playing.
00000100b (04h) : Indicates end of playing - The player points out that it has finished reading the current
file.
00000101b (05h) : Connecton in FTP mode. The player indicate the FTP Mode and is therefore not
available for playing a file.
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00000110b (06h) : Not used
00000111 (07h) : Switching to USB mode. The player indicates that it goes into USB mode and is
therefore not available for playing a file.
Example of a cycle created to check the correct operation of the player by playing a file.
Preparation : The player’s number is 001
Create a directory «100 My directory» and copy into it a file «My file.mp3»
Structure of the frame to be sent to the player:
10000001 (81h) - 00000001 (01h) - 01100100 (64h)
Player number 001 + Range 0 / go to command + Directory number 100
On receipt, the player sends a frame indicating start of playing:
Start playing:
10000001 (81h) + 00000000 (00h) + 00000011 (03h)
At the end of file, the player sends a frame indicating end of playing:
10000001 (81h) + 00000000 (00h) + 00000100 (04h)
13 - Reset factory
In some situations such as mistake, forgotten password, new installation, you may need to reinstall
EventPlayer with the original settings. In this case, all configurations will be erased and you will have to
set again the parameters of the Option menu as if for a new device.
To carry out a reset factory and erase all the settings in order to restore them to the default values:
1 - The player must be switched-off
2 - Press the button "2" on the front panel and keep it pressed
3 - Switch on the player
4 - As soon as the message "factory reset" appears on the screen, release the button and wait
5 - When the reset process is completed, the usual welcome message is displayed
6 - Enter the Option menu to configure the elements you wish, like time and date.
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Annex A - Correspondances
Binary table :
The 8 input contacts can be combined to obtain up to 255 combinations according to the
table hereafter: X indicates the contact to be made on inputs or made on the outputs
N ° I/O8 I/O7 I/O6 I/O5 I/O4 I/O3 I/O2 I/O1
1X
2X
3XX
4X
5XX
6XX
7XXX
8X
9XX
10 X X
11 X X X
12 X X
13 X X X
14 XXX
15 XXXX
16 X
17 X X
18 X X
19 X X X
20 X X
21 XXX
22 X X X
23 X X X X
24 X X
25 X X X
26 X X X
27 XX XX
28 X X X
29 X X X X
30 XXXX
31 XXXXX
32 X
33 X X
34 X X
35 X X X
36 X X
37 X X X
38 X X X
39 X X X X
40 X X
41 X X X
42 X X X
43 X X X X
44 X X X
45 XXXX
46 X XXX
47 X XXXX
48 X X
49 X X X
50 X X X
51 X X X X
52 X X X
53 XXXX
54 XX XX
55 XX XXX
56 X X X
57 X X X X
58 X X X X
59 X X X X X
60 XXXX
61 XXXX X
62 XXXXX
63 XXXXXX
64 X
65 X X
66 X X
67 X X X
68 X X
69 X X X
70 X X X
71 X X X X
72 X X
73 X X X
74 X X X
75 X X X X
76 X X X
77 X X X X
78 X X X X
79 X X X X X
80 X X
81 X X X
82 X X X
83 X X X X
84 X X X
85 X X X X
86 X X X X
87 X X X X X
88 X X X
89 X X X X
90 X X X X
91 X X X X X
92 X XXX
93 X XXX X
94 X XXXX
95 X XXXXX
96 X X
97 X X X
98 X X X
99 X X X X
100 X X X
101 X X X X
102 X X X X
103 X X X X X
104 X X X
105 X X X X
106 X X X X
107 X X X X X
108 X X X X
109 X X X X X
110 X X X X X
111 XX XXXX
112 X X X
113 X X X X
114 X X X X
115 XXX XX
116 X X X X
117 X X X X X
118 X X X X X
119 X X X X X X
120 X X X X
121 X X X X X
122 X X X X X
123 X XXX XX
124 X XXXX
125 X XXXX X
126 X XXXXX
127 X XXXXXX
128 X
129 X X
130 X X
131 X X X
132 X X
133 X X X
134 X X X
135 X X X X
136 X X
137 X X X
138 X X X
139 X X X X
140 X X X
141 X X X X
142 X X X X
143 X X X X X
144 X X
145 X X X
146 X X X
147 X X X X
148 X X X
149 X X X X
150 X X X X
151 X X X X X
152 X X X
153 X X X X
154 X X X X
155 X X X X X
156 X X X X
157 X X X X X
158 X X X X X
159 X X X X X X
160 X X
161 X X X
162 X X X
163 X X X X
164 X X X
165 X X X X
166 X X X X
167 X X X X X
168 X X X
169 X X X X
170XXXX
171XXXXX
172 X X X X
173 X X X X X
174 X X X X X
175 X X X X X X
176 X X X
177 X X X X
178 X X X X
179 X X X X X
180 X X X X
181 X X X X X
182 X X X X X
183 X X X X X X
184 X X X X
185 X X X X X
186 X X X X X
187X XXX XX
188 X X X X X
189 X X X X X X
190 X X X X X X
191 X X X X X X X
192 X X
193 X X X
194 X X X
195 X X X X
196 X X X
197 X X X X
198 X X X X
199 X X X X X
200 X X X
201 X X X X
202 X X X X
203 X X X X X
204 X X X X
205 X X X X X
206 X X X X X
207XX XXXX
208 X X X
209 X X X X
210 X X X X
211 X X X X X
212 X X X X
213 X X X X X
214 X X X X X
215 X X X X X X
216 X X X X
217 X X X X X
218 X X X X X
219XX XX XX
220 X X X X X
221 X X X X X X
222 X X X X X X
223XX XXXXX
224 X X X
225 X X X X
226 X X X X
227 X X X X X
228 X X X X
229 X X X X X
230 X X X X X
231 X X X X X X
232 X X X X
233 X X X X X
234 X X X X X
235 X X X X X X
236 X X X X X
237 X X X X X X
238 X X X X X X
239 X X X X X X X
240 X X X X
241 X X X X X
242 X X X X X
243XXXX XX
244 X X X X X
245 X X X X X X
246 X X X X X X
247 X X X X X X X
248 X X X X X
249 X X X X X X
250 X X X X X X
251XXXXX XX
252XXXXXX
253XXXXXX X
254XXXXXXX
255XXXXXXXX
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Annex B - Specifications
• Power supply :
Nominal Voltage : 12V DC
Supply Range : 10V to 15V DC
• 12V supply consumption:
- Playing (output on line level - amplified output not used) : < 200 mA
- Playing - amplifier to its maximum under 8 Ohms: 3A
• Audio output:
Voltage 12V - THD 10% - Charge 8 Ohms : 2 x 10W
Voltage 12V - THD 0,5% - Charge 8 Ohms : 2 x 7,5W
Voltage 14,4V - THD 10% - Charge 4 Ohms : 2 x 20W
Voltage 14,4V - THD 0,5% - Charge 4 Ohms : 2 x 15W
Size:
Width: 287mm (1/3 rack) - Height: 43mm
Depth without connectors: 105mm - Depth with connectors: 135mm
Weight : 800g
0 MUTE
1 -63dB
2 -62dB
3 -61dB
4 -60dB
5 -59dB
6 -58dB
7 -57dB
8 -56dB
9 -55dB
10 -54dB
11 -53dB
12 -52dB
13 -51dB
14 -50dB
15 -49dB
16 -48dB
17 -47dB
18 -46dB
19 -45dB
20 -44dB
21 -43dB
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22 -42dB
23 -41dB
24 -40dB
25 -39dB
26 -38dB
27 -37dB
28 -36dB
29 -35dB
30 -34dB
31 -33dB
32 -32dB
33 -31dB
34 -30dB
35 -29dB
36 -28dB
37 -27dB
38 -26dB
39 -25dB
40 -24dB
41 -23dB
42 -22dB
43 -21dB
44 -20dB
45 -19dB
46 -18dB
47 -17dB
48 -16dB
49 -15dB
50 -14dB
51 -13dB
52 -12dB
53 -11dB
54 -10dB
55 -9dB
56 -8dB
57 -7dB
58 -6dB
59 -5dB
60 -4dB
61 -3dB
62 -2dB
63 -1dB
64 0dB
Volume table
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Annex C - Functions
Audio characteristics
• Reads MP3 files mono/stereo (MPEG ½ layer 3), 44.1KHz / 48KHz, from 64kbit/s to 320kbits/s
• Reads CBR (Constant Bit Rate) and VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files
• Reads WAV files mono/stereo 16 bits : 44.1kHz/48kHz/88,2kHz/96kHz - 32bits : 44.1kHz/48kHz
• Volume setting in 64 steps from 00 to 64
• Setting of bass, medium and treble from -14dB to +14dB in 2dB steps
• Analog audio stereo output on RCA connectors
• Digital (S/PDIF) audio stereo output on RCA connectors
• Audio amplified on terminal block
Mass storage
• Accept Flash SD cards formatted in FAT16 and FAT32
• Accept Flash USB sticks formatted in FAT16 and FAT32
• Accept external USB Hard Disk formatted in FAT16 and FAT32
• Handle long file names (63 characters max including extension)
• Handle 1000 directories at the root, containing 1000 files maximum each
Interfacing
• 2 configurable buttons in front of the player
• Data encoder with push button in front of the player
• LED status indicator (USB device, USB Host, Power supply)
• Infrared sensor- Play, Stop, Next, Previous, call directories, Volume +, Volume Frame of 12 bits modulated at 38kHz
• USB 2.0 Full Speed (12Mb/s), standard pilot «mass storage», connector type A
• USB HOST 2.0 Full Speed (12Mb/s), standard pilot «mass storage», connector type B
• Serial link RS232 - 19200 bauds, 8, N, 1, no flux control
• 8 digital inputs opto-coupled on connector Phoenix 3.81mm
• 8 digital output opto-coupled on connector Phoenix 3.81mm
• Power supply connector for carrying forward
• DMX output on connector female XLR 3 points
• Ethernet link on connector RJ45 - 10/100
• Auxiliairy analog stereo input on RCA connector
Encryption
• Compatible with the encryption tool v1 or v2. On demand.
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Annex D - Infrared remote control
An infrared sensor is fitted in the front of the EventPlayer to control the main functions.
With this remote control you can :
Transport command : Play / Stop / Next / Previous
Volume command : Change volume up/down
Trigger key : Same function than buttons 1 and 2 in front of the player. (configurable button)
Previous
Next
Stop
Button 2
Button 1
Volume +
Play
Volume -
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